2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Audi Q3

Ready for a luxury SUV for your drives in Houston and beyond? Two of your top choices come down to the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. the Audi Q3. Both of these new vehicles have outstanding performance and luxury features all over the cabin that you’ll love for commutes in Katy and afterschool activities in Woodlands. Want to know more as you narrow your selections? Read our debate between the Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. the Audi Q3 from Star Motor Cars near Sugarland. We think the Mercedes-Benz wins out on several fronts!

Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Audi Q3: Starting Price and Trims

In terms of starting prices, you’ll see that the Audi Q3 may be slightly favored with its lower MSRP than the Mercedes-Benz GLA. However, we invite you to look at the value and features you get in the Audi Q3 vs. the Mercedes-Benz GLA, especially when you examine the Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC®® and Mercedes-AMG®upgrades. Meanwhile, there are just two packages on the Audi Q3 with upgrades to AWD.

Let’s compare the starting prices of both vehicles below:

• 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA Starting Price: $41,850*
• 2024 Audi Q3 Starting Price: $37,400

Audi Q3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA: Performance Specs

Another part of the Audi Q3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA debate is the performance specs of the engine. Both have all-wheel drive. If you want a model that truly excels in the horsepower department, invest in the 2024 Mercedes-AMG® GLA 35 4MATIC® model. It generates 302 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. 

However, even the base engine spaces for the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 are much improved compared to the Audi Q3. See the engine specs of both models here:

Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Specs

• 2.0L inline-4 Turbo with Mild Hybrid Drive 
• 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
• 221 hp
• +13 hp through electric starter-generator
• 258 lb-ft of torque
• 0 to 60 mph in 6.8 seconds
• 25 city/34 highway mpg** 

Audi Q3 Specs

• 2.0L four-cylinder
• 184 hp
• 221 lb-ft
• 0-60 time of 8.6 seconds
• 22 city/29 highway mpg

Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Audi Q3: Interior Space and Features 

The Mercedes-Benz GLA is more versatile thanks to the 50.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume. The Audi Q3 only comes with 48 cubic feet of cargo space. In addition to providing more storage space, your GLA interior offers a more comprehensive set of luxury interior amenities and features such as:

• Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX)
• Dual 10.25-inch media displays
• Voice Control with Natural Language Understanding
• Heated, power-folding side mirrors
• Leather upholstery
• Wireless Apply CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Optional Burmester®*** surround sound system with immersive Dolby Atmos® audio experience
• And more!

Test-Drive a New Mercedes-Benz GLA for Sale at Star Motor Cars 

Ready to get behind the wheel of a new Mercedes-Benz GLA? Contact us or call (713) 868-6800 to schedule a test drive with our team. We think you’ll love it! Make sure to look at our new vehicle specials that could lower your overall price.

Starting price is MSRP, or Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. MSRP excludes transportation and handling charges, destination charges, taxes, title, registration, license, tag, preparation and documentary service fees, insurance charges, and Dealer add-on products, accessories and associated labor and installation charges. MSRP for a base model prior to customer build also excludes charges for optional equipment, products, packages, and accessories. Actual vehicle price and availability may vary by Dealer and should be confirmed with the dealer selected by customer.
**EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate.
***Burmester is a registered trademark of Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH, Berlin, Germany.